Succisella andreae-molinae Plant Care
Succisella andreae-molinae Pajarón & Escudero
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Succisella andreae-molinae is a species of plant in the family Caprifoliaceae. It is endemic to Spain.
Every 5–7 days
Partial to full shade
50–75°F
40–60%
At a glance
How do you care for Succisella andreae-molinae?
Plant Succisella andreae-molinae in partial to full shade (USDA zones 12a) and water a young shrub every 5–7 days until it is established. It tolerates temperatures of 50–75°F (10–24°C). Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Succisella andreae-molinae Native To?
What Is the Succisella andreae-molinae?
Succisella andreae-molinae (Succisella andreae-molinae) belongs to the Caprifoliaceae family within the Succisella genus. Succisella andreae-molinae is native to Spain.
Succisella andreae-molinae displays a compact mound growth habit, reaching up to 1.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1.5 ft. Succisella andreae-molinae produces small clusters of pink or white flowers.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Succisella andreae-molinae?
Water a young or newly planted Succisella andreae-molinae every 5–7 days, soaking the whole root zone, until it is established — usually one to two growing seasons. Established shrubs mainly need water during long dry spells. In a container, water whenever the top few centimetres of soil are dry.
Watering Frequency
Every 5–7 days
Until established; then in dry spells
What Light Does the Succisella andreae-molinae Need?
Succisella andreae-molinae thrives in partial to full shade. The optimal light range is 100–500 lux. Avoid placing Succisella andreae-molinae in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Partial to full shade
100–500 lux
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Succisella andreae-molinae Prefer?
Succisella andreae-molinae tolerates temperatures of 50–75°F. Succisella andreae-molinae prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.
Temperature
50–75°F
Humidity
40–60%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Succisella andreae-molinae?
Well-draining loamy soil with added organic matter for moisture retention. Good drainage is essential for Succisella andreae-molinae to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Succisella andreae-molinae?
Feed Succisella andreae-molinae every 6 months during the growing season with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer at the rate on the label. Established shrubs in good soil often need little extra feeding, so let weak growth or pale foliage guide you.
Stop feeding by late summer so new growth can harden before winter.
Fertilizing
Every 6 months
During the growing season
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Where Should You Plant a Succisella andreae-molinae?
Choose a spot with partial to full shade and well-draining loamy soil with added organic matter for moisture retention. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.
Succisella andreae-molinae is suited to USDA Zone 12a.
Plant container-grown or balled-and-burlapped shrubs in spring or early autumn, setting the root flare at soil level, and water well after planting.
How Far Apart Should You Plant a Succisella andreae-molinae?
Succisella andreae-molinae can spread to about 2 ft (0.5 m) and reach about 2 ft (0 m) tall. Space plants about 2 ft (0.5 m) apart so mature crowns don't crowd each other, and plant at least half that distance from buildings, fences and paths.
Planning a row or hedge? Try the plant spacing calculator.
How Do You Prune a Succisella andreae-molinae?
Prune Succisella andreae-molinae while it is dormant in late winter: first remove dead, damaged and crossing branches, then thin lightly for shape.
If it flowers in spring, prune right after flowering instead so you don't remove next year's buds. Never take off more than about a quarter of the shrub in one year.
How Do You Care for a Succisella andreae-molinae in Winter?
Succisella andreae-molinae is frost-tender (hardy to USDA zone 12). In colder areas grow it in a container and move it to a bright, frost-free place before the first frost.
How Do You Propagate a Succisella andreae-molinae?
Succisella andreae-molinae can be propagated through division, seeds. Similar propagation techniques also apply to succisella inflexa plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Succisella andreae-molinae Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Succisella andreae-molinae, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Succisella andreae-molinae?
Succisella andreae-molinae is susceptible to aphids, spider mites. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Succisella andreae-molinae Need?
Succisella andreae-molinae grows outdoors in USDA Zone 12a. It survives winters down to planting zone 12a. Succisella andreae-molinae is native to Spain. In cooler regions, grow Succisella andreae-molinae as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 12a
Keep exploring plants
Succisella andreae-molinae is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Succisella genus — compare its care with other Succisella species on PlantoScan.
Succisella is part of the Caprifoliaceae plant family — browse all Caprifoliaceae genera and species.
Succisella andreae-molinae copes with lower light than most plants — browse the full list of low-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Succisella andreae-molinae Pajarón & Escudero, family Caprifoliaceae (first published in Anales Jard. Bot. Madrid 51: 250 (1993 publ. 1994)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Succisella andreae-molinae, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 12a, calculated from the plant's minimum temperature.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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